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Procedures and limitations associated with a precision approach, including determining ...
Procedures and limitations associated with a precision approach, including determining required descent rates and adjusting minimums in the case of inoperative equipment.
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The applicant demonstrates understanding of: Procedures and limitations associated with a precision approach, including determining required descent rates and adjusting minimums in the case of inoperative equipment.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| 500 fpm — target descent rate for a partial power descent | Descent rate |
| 10 percent (100 feet at 1,000 fpm) — distance above level-off altitude to begin raising the nose and adding power | Level-off |
FAA references
- AFH ch. 3 (p. 3-21) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- 14 CFR 91.175 (Takeoff and landing under IFR.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
- AC 90-107, para. 9b — AC No: 90-107
- 14 CFR 91.213 (Inoperative instruments and equipment.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
- RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-7) — FAA-H-8083-2A
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